March weather forecast
Paint Bank, VA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Paint Bank, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). An average minimum temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is recorded in Paint Bank, Virginia, during the month of March.

Humidity

In Paint Bank, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Paint Bank, during March, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Paint Bank, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 33.31" (846mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Paint Bank, in March, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.16" (131mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Paint Bank, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Paint Bank, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Paint Bank, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Paint Bank, Virginia, is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Paint Bank?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Paint Bank?

The average relative humidity in March in Paint Bank, Virginia, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Paint Bank in March?

In Paint Bank, during March, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Paint Bank?

In Paint Bank, in March, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paint Bank have in March?

In March, the average day length in Paint Bank, Virginia, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Paint Bank?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:15 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Paint Bank, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:43 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Paint Bank?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Paint Bank, Virginia, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Paint Bank?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Paint Bank, Virginia, is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paint Bank?

The months with the lowest UV index in Paint Bank, Virginia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Paint Bank?

In Paint Bank, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average temperature in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average pressure in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average wind speed in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average humidity in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average rainfall in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average rainfall days in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average snowfall in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average snowfall days in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average sunshine days in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average UV index in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average cloud cover in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in March
Paint Bank, VA

Average visibility in March - Paint Bank, VA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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